as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
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Recent Examples of farther
Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023
The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023
Liz Kruesi, WIRED, 8 Sep. 2024
Gathering this light, JWST has revealed fainter and farther galaxies than ever before.
—Fabio Pacucci, Scientific American, 27 June 2024
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Adverb
In American's first-class cabins, seats are wider and recline farther, although the exact increase varies by flight and aircraft layout.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2023
The traditional Wilson script logo on the frame's side isn't a solid decal, but a half tone that looks like dots up close and then script lettering from farther away.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023
Adjective
How fast these farther galaxies are receding from us (which is easily read off from their color) divided by their distances gives H0.
—Liz Kruesi, WIRED, 8 Sep. 2024
Gathering this light, JWST has revealed fainter and farther galaxies than ever before.
—Fabio Pacucci, Scientific American, 27 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for farther
Adverb
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If the idea of lounging your way to fitness appeals, look no further, as the zero-impact ride gives you a full cardio workout.—
Kathleen Willcox,
Popular Mechanics,
3 Feb. 2023
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Look no further than the following quad exercises, which are trainer faves.—
Women's Health,
Women's Health,
3 Feb. 2023
Adjective
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Looking to add even more bottoms to your travel wardrobe?—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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Denver has a pair of young prospects on their practice squad in Patrick Murtagh and Caleb Lohner, a seventh-round pick in April’s NFL Draft, but Denver has been seeking more experience at the position.—
Nick Kosmider,
New York Times,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Here’s what else council members addressed during a busy meeting.—
Austin Hornbostel,
Nashville Tennessean,
10 Oct. 2025
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Branching workflows introduce if/else logic.—
Andrew Siemer,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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He was sentenced to two consecutive life terms for the murders and received an additional 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to 22 financial crimes.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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This story has been updated with additional reporting.—
Wayne Sterling,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Chief Randal Taylor, in an another car behind Adams, aided the pursuit, the police said.—
Justin L. Mack,
Indianapolis Star,
7 May 2020
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This desire to preserve tradition, however, is likely to be met with a growing desire to preserve an another value: openness.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
22 Mar. 2020
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Further vs. Farther
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“Farther.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/farther. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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